Specification Engineer

Insight Select; Hoddesdon; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Select is seeking a Specification Engineer – Design & Project Focus to support project design and drive early-stage engagement across key construction and engineering accounts.

The role involves influencing projects at concept stage, working closely with consultants, contractors and designers, and delivering technical input throughout the tender process.

Qualifications

• Experience in a specification, design, or technical sales role.
• Strong understanding of building services / electrical systems.
• Confident communicator with client-facing experience.
• Ability to influence design decisions and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with consultants, contractors and developers.
• Support project design through schematics, drawings and technical input.
• Deliver presentations, CPDs and technical training sessions.
• Identify and track project opportunities within key accounts.
• Support tender activity and collaborate with internal engineering teams.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative team culture.

Skills

Specification experience

Design experience

Technical sales

Stakeholder engagement

Client-facing

Job description

Specification Engineer – Design & Project Focus

We’re working with a growing, forward-thinking engineering business looking to appoint a Specification Engineer to support project design and drive early-stage engagement across key construction and engineering accounts.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys influencing projects at concept stage and working closely with consultants, contractors, and designers.

The Role

You’ll play a key part in securing project specifications by engaging early with stakeholders and supporting the design process.

• Building strong relationships with consultants, contractors, and developers
• Supporting project design through schematics, drawings, and technical input
• Delivering presentations, CPDs, and technical training sessions
• Identifying and tracking project opportunities within key accounts
• Supporting tender activity and collaborating with internal engineering teams
• Mentoring junior team members and contributing to a collaborative team culture

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a specification, design, or technical sales role
• Strong understanding of building services / electrical systems
• Confident communicator with client-facing experience
• Ability to influence design decisions and manage multiple projects

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work on high-value, design-led projects
• Strong internal support and clear progression pathway
• Collaborative and forward-thinking team environment
• Flexible working options available